Howard Developmental Preschools (N York)

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  • Telephone: (313) 827-6362

Summary

Contact Info

Howard Developmental Preschools (N York)
1611 N York
Dearborn , MI  48128
Tel: (313) 827-6362

Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Four Stars
Quality of teaching Four And Half Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Four Stars
Home-school connection Three Stars
Parent community Three Stars
Discipline Three and Half Stars
Facilities Three and Half Stars
Health Four Stars
Safety Four And Half Stars
Handling of separation Five Stars

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info

Transportation and Drop-off Policies

Transportation

- Parents bring their children to and from school


Accreditation, Membership & Awards

Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children Yes

Facilities

CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (3.7) Three and Half Stars
Building, bathrooms, hallway Four Stars
Classroom equipment and furniture Three Stars
Outside play equipment Four Stars

Facilities Include:

Classrooms (with bathroom attached)
Classrooms (with kitchenette attached)
Music room
Art room Check
Library Check
Playground Check

School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.3) Four Stars
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions Four Stars
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Four Stars
Ability to be a part of a group of children Five Stars
Self-sufficiency and independence Five Stars
Awareness of others’ feelings Four Stars
Cooperation with other children Four Stars

Curriculum and Teaching Approach

Free Play Free Play Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure Free Play with Some Structure
Language YES
Oral language - - - - n/a
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Storybook reading - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Emerging literacy skills - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - n/a
Cognitive Development n/a
Math and number sense - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - YES
Time & space - Free play with some structure - - YES
Sci. reasoning/physical world - Free play with some structure - - -
Music - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Visual arts - - Predominantly teacher-led instruction - -
Physical activity - Free play with some structure - - YES
Other subjects taught n/a

Quality of Teaching

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.6) Four And Half Stars
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job Four Stars
Patient and affectionate with children Five Stars
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her Five Stars
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior Five Stars
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day Four Stars
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate Five Stars
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses Three Stars
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off Five Stars
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute Five Stars
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children Five Stars

Home School Connection

Home-School Connection

OVERALL RATING (3.0) Three Stars
Conducts an open house at start of school year Two Stars
Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year Three Stars
Conducts regular parent teacher conferences Four Stars
Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year Three Stars
Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year Four Stars
Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools Two Stars

Separation

OVERALL RATING (5.0) Five Stars
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Abbreviated schedule at start of school year
- Parents in classrooms early on
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
- Small group sessions

Drop-in Policy

- During school parents are welcomed as the school has an open door policy

General Parent Education

-This preschool does not conduct parent education classes

-This preschool does connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home

Parent Community

COHESIVENESS RATING (3.0) Three Stars

Parents:

- Are able to visit the school anytime we want

- Go on field trips

- Volunteer in the classroom

- Receive newsletters

- Hold social events outside of the school (with and/or without children)

- Encourage play dates out of school

- Shares information on matter related to our children (e.g. babysitter lists, pediatricians, extracurriculuar classes, etc.)

Modes of Communication Between School and Home

- Notes

- Phone Calls

- Voice Mail

- Email

- Special Meetings

- Drop-Off

- Pick-Up

- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school

Discipline, Health and Safety

Discipline

OVERALL RATING (3.8) Three and Half Stars
Parents' Opinions
Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children: are handled well in a way that gives me confidence in the safety of my child

Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety

Parents' Comments

Parent #1
n/a

Health

OVERALL RATING (4.0) Four Stars
Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable Four Stars
Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided Four Stars
Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly Four Stars

Safety

OVERALL RATING (4.5) Four And Half Stars
Screen and identify all visitors Four Stars
Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others Five Stars

Ages, Schedule & Tuition



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Application & Admissions



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Kindergarten Placement & Tips



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